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Cassian vs Briar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Briar

Boy #700 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"thorny shrub, prickly plant"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#700
Total SSA Count
386
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cassian Rank #617
Briar Rank #700

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 vs #700 for Briar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassian or Briar more popular?

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 compared to Briar at #700 in the United States.

What do Cassian and Briar mean?

Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin). Briar means "thorny shrub, prickly plant" (Old English origin).

Are Cassian and Briar boy or girl names?

Cassian is primarily a boy name. Briar is primarily a boy name.

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